Moonraker 101
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an introduction class to our laser cutter, Moonraker. Tracy will lead attendees of this class as they learn the basics of laser cutting, make a simple design, and then engrave and cut out the design using the laser cutter in our space. This class is intended for members who have not yet been authorized to use Moonraker or need/want a review of its operation.Laptops will be provided for this class.
Help installing the software on your own laptop can be provided outside of class.In class we will be using Inkscape and the laser cutting extension bundle we’ve put together for it. There is a minimum of two participant and maximum of six participants.
You can find Inkscape at: https://inkscape.org/
You can find the KM-Laser bundle at: https://github.com/KnoxMakers/KM-Laser
Open Hack Night – Public Welcome
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesOpen hack nights are a chance for people to come out to Knox Makers and hack on anything at any skill level. You can come out to practice a new programming language, get help working on your personal projects, or try your hand at using the 3d printer. You might just come out to see what other folks are working on and lend a hand. If you know anyone who has been curious to come out to Knox Makers, please invite them along!
Like all other Tuesday nights, this event is free and open to the public. Our night will begin with a Show and Share where attendees are encouraged to bring out the projects they have been working on. This is a great time to request feedback for the future direction of your project, or you can just bring out something you want to show off. We hope to see you there!
New Members Onboarding
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWhether you’re a current member, trial member, or prospective member, you’re welcome to join us at this month’s New Member Onboarding!
We’ll start with a brief overview of Knox Makers’ origins and purpose and talk about how the organization works. You’ll learn a bit about the resources available to members and about the path to membership. Afterwards, we’ll hang out and socialize.
The focus is on new members, but longer-term members are encouraged to come and meet new folks.
Woodworking 103 – bandsaw authorization
Knox Makers - Woodworking 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLearn how to use the three bandsaws in the woodworking zone safely and effectively. Operation will include: how to avoid damaging the bandsaw blade, when it requires replacement and how to do that; how to adjust the blade guard and guides. Which materials can be cut and the appropriate type/size blade to use and those which must never be cut on these bandsaws. There will be discussions and demonstrations regarding how to re-saw thick wood into thinner boards and how to safely cut round and odd-shaped pieces of wood. Participants will have the opportunity for hands-on experience bandsawing a piece of wood. Dust masks are recommended.
The cost is $24.96 for Knox Makers members, $39.96 for General Public. There will be a maximum of 6 spots of this class, and a minimum of 2 tickets must be sold. If the class minimum is not met 48 hours prior to class start time, the class we be canceled and all tickets will be refunded.
Monsters Made with Love – Sewing with a Self-Love Twist
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLet's celebrate Valentine's Monster Style! Bring your partner, bring a friend, or come alone. Everyone is welcome! Have you ever wanted to learn to sew? Do you think that sewing…
Steel Heart Valentine’s Event
Knox Makers - Metalworking 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThe only thing more romantic than candle light is the glow of a welding arc.
Come spend a fun Valentine's evening creating a steel sculpture symbolic of the day!
No previous metalworking experience necessary- we will set up all the tools and guide you safely through the process as you bend, shape and weld your project.
This is a perfect couples Valentine's date... you can work together to make a lasting symbol of your feelings!
Inkscape 101
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesInkscape is a free and open sourced vector graphics editor. It is the primary software used to interface with Knox Makers’ laser cutter, CNC router, and vinyl cutters. This class will teach basics of drawing and arranging shapes, talk about vectors and paths, and give a general overview of Inkscape and its capabilities.
Computers will be provided, but if you want to use your own, you can download Inkscape at inkscape.org
There is a maximum of 6 participants. The cost for the class is $19.96 for Knox Maker Members and $29.96 for Non-Members.
Stitch n Bitch
Knox Makers - Fiber Arts 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIf you are fiber-curious, come see what others are working on. We have members who sew clothing and costumes, knit, crochet, weave, quilt, embroider, and many other bitch-and-stitch arts.
Our monthly meeting is meant to be a time to relax and indulge in any or all fiber arts hobbies. Whether you’re an expert or a novice come hang out for all or any part of the fiber fun.
RSVP is not required, just show up when you can and stay however long you can.
Virtual Board Meeting
Knox Makers - VirtualKnox Makers members are welcome to join us as we hold our monthly board meeting. The board will be discussing pertinent topics happening around the space. All current, paying Knox…
Open Hack Night – Public Welcome
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesOpen hack nights are a chance for people to come out to Knox Makers and hack on anything at any skill level. You can come out to practice a new programming language, get help working on your personal projects, or try your hand at using the 3d printer. You might just come out to see what other folks are working on and lend a hand. If you know anyone who has been curious to come out to Knox Makers, please invite them along!
Like all other Tuesday nights, this event is free and open to the public. Our night will begin with a Show and Share where attendees are encouraged to bring out the projects they have been working on. This is a great time to request feedback for the future direction of your project, or you can just bring out something you want to show off. We hope to see you there!
As the Lathe Turns
Knox Makers - Woodworking 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesAnything and everything about woodturning is possible at As The Lathe Turns. Discussions and demonstrations, Tools and tips. Hacks and help. Thinking about buying a lathe but you don't know which one? What's the best tool for hollowing a bowl or box? Not sure about that special piece of wood, how to cut it and mount it on the lathe? Woodturners (and wannabe woodturners) talking with other woodturners about woodturning.
Class members are encouraged to bring eye protection (full face shields are ideal. Do not wear any long, loose-fitting clothing, long sleeve shirts, bracelets, rings or low hanging neck chains. A hat would be appropriate if you don’t want to be picking woods chips out of your hair.
This is a free hang out session dedicated to wood turning. Come happy and leave with rounded things.
Beginner Cross-stitch
Knox Makers - Fiber Arts 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesYou will be making a mini biscornu, which can be stuffed to use as a pin cushion, or filled with potpourri for a scent sachet. The first side will a…
Intro to Jewelry Soldering 101
Knox Makers - Machining 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIntro to Jewelry Soldering.
This is the Basic startup class for Soldering Jewelry in the Machining Area. We will spend 30 minutes on basic safety and area requirements. Then expect an hour of hands on setup and soldering a copper ring.
I’m going to limit the number of students to 3 , so each person get enough hands on time to be able to feel comfortable soldering with a torch.
No special PPE is required
Please do NOT bring your own jewelry to solder, the time helping you could impact other students.
Embroidery Machine Auth
Knox Makers - Fiber Arts 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is the authorization class needed to use the Brother Innov-is NQ1700E Embroidery Machine. The general format of the class covers choosing the right stabilizer and needle for your project, hooping, designing and stitching it. A hands-on approach will show the basics of how to turn the preloaded text and images into fabric art.
For the more advanced, loading up a pes file format embroidery design of your own will be covered. Class time will vary depending on number of questions and skill level of participants.
Woodworking 101
Knox Makers - Woodworking 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis class will cover topics related to safe and correct operation of equipment within the woodworking area, as well as some shop etiquette guidelines. This is the authorization class for the area and is required prior to using the equipment. Safe practices will be demonstrated and learned by a hands on approach in the context of taking rough lumber through the process of milling and operation of all equipment in the space. If you have previously paid and attended a wood authorization class then we encourage you to audit the class free of charge at any time.
The cost is $24.96 for Knox Makers members, $39.96 for General Public. There will be a maximum of 10 spots of this class, and a minimum of 3 tickets must be sold. If the class minimum is not met 48 hours prior to class start time, the class we be canceled and all tickets will be refunded.
Open Hack Night – Public Welcome
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesOpen hack nights are a chance for people to come out to Knox Makers and hack on anything at any skill level. You can come out to practice a new programming language, get help working on your personal projects, or try your hand at using the 3d printer. You might just come out to see what other folks are working on and lend a hand. If you know anyone who has been curious to come out to Knox Makers, please invite them along!
Like all other Tuesday nights, this event is free and open to the public. Our night will begin with a Show and Share where attendees are encouraged to bring out the projects they have been working on. This is a great time to request feedback for the future direction of your project, or you can just bring out something you want to show off. We hope to see you there!
Long-arm Quilting Machine Reveal
Knox Makers - Fiber Arts 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWe will be pulling the cover off the long-arm quilting machine tonight with an open to all play session. Come on over to the Fiber Arts Zone and try it…
New Members Onboarding
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWhether you’re a current member, trial member, or prospective member, you’re welcome to join us at this month’s New Member Onboarding!
We’ll start with a brief overview of Knox Makers’ origins and purpose and talk about how the organization works. You’ll learn a bit about the resources available to members and about the path to membership. Afterwards, we’ll hang out and socialize.
The focus is on new members, but longer-term members are encouraged to come and meet new folks.
Intro to solder rework (1:30pm class)
Knox Makers - Electronics 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThere are several common techniques used to rework solder assembly. In this hands-on class, attendees will learn how to perform hot air rework, use solder braid, manual solder suction, vacuum…
Intro to solder rework (3:00pm class)
Knox Makers - Electronics 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThere are several common techniques used to rework solder assembly. In this hands-on class, attendees will learn how to perform hot air rework, use solder braid, manual solder suction, vacuum…